Wayanad landslides: Experts call for mitigation strategies

Experts argue that reactive measures are no longer enough. They demand a shift towards critical proactive, mitigation-focused strategies.

BySouth First Desk

Published Aug 06, 2024 | 2:30 PMUpdatedAug 06, 2024 | 2:30 PM

Rescue workers have expanded their search to more areas. (Supplied)

A week after the devastating landslides in Wayanad that killed hundreds of people, experts and disaster management officials have called for an immediate, in-depth investigation into the causes that triggered the mass wasting. Experts argued that reactive measures were no longer enough, and demanded proactive, mitigation-focused strategies. Officials highlighted the need for a detailed analysis to avert future disasters.

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